The Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Program provides academic and transfer support to advance the educational success of students majoring in a calculus-based STEM field, especially those from underrepresented and disproportionately impacted backgrounds. Our goal is to increase the number of community college students who successfully transfer to a 4-year institution to complete a STEM degree with the educational and technical skills to become a leader in the STEM workforce.
Barstow Community College’s MESA Program
The MESA program serves to enhance a student’s educational experience while completing the first two years of their STEM transfer degree here at BCC. This unique program provides many MESA-dedicated opportunities to its members including:
- A devoted MESA Study Space & Lounge on campus
- Academic & career counseling from the MESA Counselor
- STEM academic workshops & tutoring sessions including online tutoring using state-of-the-art technology
- STEM conferences to enhance personal and professional development
- Opportunities to apply for STEM scholarships and internships
- Connections to regional STEM industry professionals
- Transfer support including field trips to regional 4-year colleges and universities
- Access to MESA's laptop and book loan program
Contact Us
Location:
MESA Center: TLSC, Room L-13
Donna Troy Wangler
Interim Director of MESA Program
(760) 252-6758
Student Eligibility
The mission of the MESA program is to provide support to underrepresented and underserved STEM transfer students whose primary college is Barstow Community College. As a minimum, students will be asked to meet these criteria to become a member of the MESA program:
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Intend to transfer to a 4-year institution as a Calculus-based STEM major
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Be educationally underserved
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Have demonstrated financial need
IMPORTANT NOTE!
Students are encouraged to apply even if they do not think they qualify. For some applicants, a few simple changes can be made to meet eligibility requirements, such as meeting with the MESA Counselor to appropriately update their education plan. All applicants will have the opportunity to meet with the MESA Director to discuss their application and share potentially qualifying information. If a student is found to be ineligible due to insufficient educational or financial indicators, they may qualify to be on a waitlist.
For more details on MESA eligibility criteria, click on the sections below for information provided by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office. The eligibility requirements, called indicators, focus on community college experience, educational background, and financial status.
